[Saigon] Authentic Mekong Delta To Ben Tre

[Saigon] Authentic Mekong Delta To Ben Tre

Apart from the famous attractions in Ho Chi Minh City like War Remnants Museum, Cu Chi Tunnels, Central Post Office, The Independence Palace, Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral, etc I would like to recommend you one of the must-visit places for those who like to discover the local life and traditional cultures, oh yes, it is Ben Tre – Mekong Delta, 90 kms (2 hour drive) away from Saigon.

Famous as the “Land of Coconut,” Ben Tre will bring you an authentic and relaxing experience for sure! Stop at a small village, surrounded by paddy fields and take a short walk to explore local life.

Experience the peaceful atmosphere of water region by rowing a small boat through small canals with conical hat.

Taste special wines of Snake/Scorpion(optional)

Hearing the story about the local plantations and their “friendly”

Enjoy a cup of honey tea from local family recipe.

Listen to the Southern traditional folk music was handed down for over 100 years (listed by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage of the world – Don Ca Tai Cu)

Get on the Vietnamese Lambro Tuk – Tuk (vehicle using for schools and works), and ride in the winding village road to see the local houses & gardens.

Visit a small family business of coconut candies, hearing how they use every ounce coconuts for their life.

1:00 pm: Cruise to Riverside restaurant with panoramic view. After that, we will serve you Vietnamese set menu lunch with delicious 7 courses, especially is Elephant Ear fish (one very special dish in Mekong Delta), rice -paper served with fish sauce and other dishes.

2:00 pm: Finish lunch and head to Saigon

4:00 pm: Arrive back to Saigon to be dropped off at your place of stay.

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